Pram and stroller reviews

We test over 40 prams and strollers in the CHOICE labs including models from BabyJogger, Bugaboo, Steelcraft and more.

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Last updated: 17th March 2015

A pram or stroller will be one of the most important – and most used – pieces of equipment you'll buy for your baby or toddler. We've tested more than 40 strollers and prams to find out which prams are:

And some great new features

Recommended: Passed all key safety and durability tests. It may have very minor failures such as of labelling requirements.

Worth considering: Passed major safety and durability tests, but has some minor failures, such as potential finger entrapment hazards.

Not recommended: Failed at least one major safety or durability test. Major failures include strangulation hazards from the harness, head entrapment and tendency to tip over. These models may be OK when used carefully as per instructions – some hazards arise only from misuse, which you could easily avoid. However, the recommended and 'worth considering' models show that strollers can be made without these failures.

Durability tests are based on Australian standard for strollers, AS/NZS 2088:2013. Our testers put the strollers on our 'rolling road' rig for 64 hours at a speed of 5km/h. All the strollers are also attached to a machine that continuously simulates the action of mounting a kerb. These tests show whether anything breaks, falls off or stops working properly after regular use.

Our test is based on the Australian standard for strollers, AS/NZS 2088:2013. We carry out various tests, including checking that the harness straps are adjustable and of adequate length; the child is securely restrained; folding mechanisms are safe and secure; and there are no sharp edges or possible entrapment points for fingers or limbs. We also test the stability of the stroller and that the brakes work well.

Our assessment of the seat recline functions, using the harness, and various activities such as loading and unloading the basket, using the brakes and locking the front wheel. We fold and unfold the strollers, push them over rough terrain, up and down stairs and through doorways, and even assess how easily they fit into the boot of a family car.